The Precursor Golem (194) is a Rare Artifact Creature from the 2010 Scars of Mirrodin expansion, known for its powerful token-generating and spell-copying abilities.
Precursor Golem
2010 • Magic: The Gathering • Scars of Mirrodin
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Released in 2010 as part of the Scars of Mirrodin expansion, the Precursor Golem (card number 194) remains a significant Artifact Creature in the Magic: The Gathering trading card game. Designed by Chippy, this Rare card features a mana cost of five and delivers a formidable 3/3 power and toughness. Collectors value this card not just for its visual presentation but for its mechanical impact on gameplay. When the Precursor Golem enters the battlefield, it immediately generates two additional 3/3 colorless Golem artifact creature tokens, rapidly increasing board presence. Furthermore, its triggered ability allows players to copy instant or sorcery spells targeting a single Golem, creating unique strategic interactions that define its role in competitive formats. For investors and hobbyists tracking the evolution of artifact-centric strategies, this product serves as a tangible piece of TCG history. The card's design and rules text reflect the industrial aesthetic of the Mirrodin plane, making it a desirable addition for those completing the Scars of Mirrodin set. Whether you are building a themed collection or seeking powerful pieces for your deck, the Precursor Golem represents a pivotal moment in Magic's artifact lineage. Its enduring popularity among collectors highlights the lasting appeal of well-designed mechanics within the game's extensive catalog.
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Precursor Golem
Game
Magic: The Gathering
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Rare
Chippy
Card Stock
English
{5}
Artifact Creature — Golem
3 / 3
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When this creature enters, create two 3/3 colorless Golem artifact creature tokens. Whenever a player casts an instant or sorcery spell that targets only a single Golem, that player copies that spell for each other Golem that spell could target. Each copy targets a different one of those Golems.